c.1889 French Chateau For Sale in Newport, RI $3,000,000

Ledge Point Cottage at 700 Bellevue Avenue. This French Chateau For Sale has been lovingly cherished by the same family for over 65 years! This sought after gate house was designed by renowned Boston architects Peabody and Stearns who have many significant historic estates to their credit. Built in 1889, it was originally part of the Rockhurst Estate. Ledge Point Cottage was beautifully and completely restored in 1997 and has received historic preservation awards from the RI Historic & Heritage Commission and the Newport Historical Society.

The building’s exterior is constructed of granite on the Bellevue Avenue side and faced with cedar shingles on the ocean side. It boasts round towers, high chimney masterfully carved and textured ornamentation and polygonal roofs of stained cedar shingles with copper cresting. The first level has a formal living room w/fireplace, Dining Room with French doors to patio area, Eat in Kitchen, 1 bedroom and full bath. The master suite with a private bath is on the 2nd level. The Gatehouse has hardwood floors throughout plus air conditioning.

In addition, a secondary building constructed in the 1960’s is used as a guest cottage/studio. Also air conditioned, the 1st level has a large entertaining family room, kitchenette and full bath . The 2nd level has 1 bedroom. This extraordinary property contains mature specimen trees from the original Olmsted landscape design. Located steps from the Ocean, Cliff Walk & Baileys Beach. Just minutes to Downtown Newport Attractions.